Johannesburg

Destination Christmas at Melrose Arch

Nov 15 - Jan 4 2024       Melrose Blvd, Melrose
share
Say the words "Christmas in Joburg" and most people will think of Melrose Arch. Every year, this upmarket shopping and dining precinct is transformed into a wonderland with the most impressive lights and festive activities. Melrose Arch is a walkable district with plenty of stores, including premium label shops, luxury stops for spoils, pavement cafés, restaurants, and bars for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and, of course, dessert.

In addition to the glittering light display, Melrose Arch is pulling out all the stops with a busy programme of festive events this season. 
 
Destination Christmas Photo: Melrose Arch
Spectacular light displays at Destination Christmas at Melrose Arch. Photo: Melrose Arch. 

Here's the line-up: 

Fri, Nov 15 – Celebrate the season as Destination Christmas enlivens upper High Street with the luminous launch of its annual Christmas lights at Melrose Arch. 
Wed, Nov 20 – Fri, Dec 20 – Take a sip with Johnnie Walker Blue Label during the chalet pop-up experience at the Square.
Sat, Nov 23 – Warm up those vocal cords and practise your favorite Christmas tunes with Carols at the Piazza from 18:30 – 20:00.
Tue, Nov 26 – Sat, Nov 30 – Get your Christmas shopping list ready! The Christmas Market at the Piazza is gearing up to deliver an unforgettable festive shopping experience just for you. With 40 stalls filled with unique gifts, delicious treats, and lively entertainment, it's the perfect place to embrace the (early) holiday spirit. 
Fri, Dec 6 – Tue, Dec 31 – Enjoy sweets and treats while you stroll along upper High Street, whether you are a child or just a kid at heart. Open from 18:30 – 22:00, you can enjoy candy floss, Paul's Homemade Ice Cream, popcorn, and food truck offerings from MiHa, Yummilicious, and Filthy Moustache, among other dining delights. There will also be fun activities for the kids. 
Wed, Dec 11 – Mon, Dec 23 – Missed the Christmas markets? Not to worry – visit Melrose Arch's Retail Galleria for more shopping and ideas on luxury Christmas gifts.
Fri, Dec 13 – Mon, Dec 16 – Experience more festive magic at Retail Galleria with another Christmas market
Fri, Dec 13 – Sun, Dec 15 and Fri, Dec 20 – Sun, Dec 22 – Parents! From 18:30 – 20:00, look out for the roaming Santa around the Piazza, High Street, and the corner of Slip and Cross streets, who will be handing out sweets to the kiddies. 
Fri, Dec 13 – The Jeppe Pipe Band will fill the air with the sound of bagpipes and drums during their performance under the twinkling Christmas lights at Melrose Arch from 19:00 – 19:45, around the Piazza, High Street, and the corner of Slip and Cross streets. 
Fri, Dec 20 – Sun, Dec 22 and Fri, Dec 27 – Sun, Dec 29 from 18:30 – 20:30 – The kids will love this chance to get their faces painted and meet Destination Christmas characters, including Santa Claus, a snowman, and the elves, who will all be wandering around the precinct for pictures with kids and parents. 

GET THERE WITH GAUTRAIN

Melrose Arch is easily accessible from the Rosebank Gautrain station. To get there, catch the RB2 Gautrain midi-bus from Rosebank (weekdays only) and hop off at the "playground for the cosmopolitan". See our guide to the Gautrain here and download the Gautrain app for real-time updates on when the next train and midi-bus is due. Visit www.gautrain.co.za for more information on the timetable and fares. #YourGautrainJourneyStartsHere

Date

Venue

Nov 15 2023 - Jan 4 2024
Melrose Arch
Melrose Blvd, Melrose
Put our app in your pocket
This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Find out more here. AGREE
Top